Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Awesome news (quick version)

The PET scan shows the tumor is no longer active.

The MRI shows the tumor is a tiny bit smaller (probably because dead cells take up less room than live cells).

Dr. M believes that the radiation therapy combined with the chemotherapy knocked it out. The ongoing chemotherapy is designed to kill the live cancer cells that are roaming around his brain. The live cells are too small to show up on any scan. The hope is they stay that way, never congregating and creating more.

More details of this awesome news to come later!

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

That is AWESOME news. Way to go Steve!!!

Shannon

Anonymous said...

Fantastic news!!!!
Ray

Anonymous said...

That is wonderful news. The power of positive thinking and prayer can make such a huge difference. I've always admired your family's courage, strength and faith.

Laura

Anonymous said...

Oh, this is FANTASTIC! Prayer, positive energy and expert medicine are forces to be reckoned with! I am SO happy you shared this good news!!

Linda S.

DogBlogger said...

Oh, what amazing and wonderful news! Still keeping y'all in prayer.

Anonymous said...

Praise the Lord!! What awesome news!! Still keeping y'all in prayer because what great proof that prayer does work!!! We are so glad to hear it!

Jon, Heather & Preson

Sweetest Whimsy said...

I have chills from your awesome news! Soooo happy for you, Steve!

Melissa

Frank C said...

Steve and Tyra, that is truly incredible news. You've all been so strong throughout this ordeal, and this shows how faith and friends can work wonders. We will keep on pulling for you....
The Christlieb family